Physical Sciences Research Assistant

micro1 is seeking a Physical Sciences Research Assistant to contribute specialized expertise to an innovative project focused on training next-generation AI systems. In this role, you will apply your domain knowledge to shape how models learn, reason, and perform by providing high-quality, real-world input, with no prior AI experience required.

Key responsibilities

• Design and author advanced evaluation tasks in the physical sciences, including experimental analysis, computational modeling, and technical reasoning.
• Source, synthesize, and curate authentic research artifacts such as datasets, computational results, and scientific references.
• Craft complex scenarios and problem statements that reflect real-world technical challenges rather than simplified textbook examples.
• Develop detailed, multi-item grading rubrics to assess technical rigor, numerical accuracy, and adherence to scientific protocols.
• Document experimental reasoning and protocols with clarity to ensure reproducibility and high standards of methodological integrity.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in physics, chemistry, materials science, or a closely related discipline.
• Minimum of 2 years of hands-on research experience or applied technical project work in a physical sciences domain.
• Proven methodological rigor and strong quantitative analysis skills in scientific contexts.
• Demonstrated ability to document complex technical procedures in clear, professional written English.
• Familiarity with handling large volumes of technical data and diverse document formats.

What we offer

• The opportunity to work on cutting-edge AI development projects.
• A fully remote work environment allowing for flexible scheduling.
• Engagement as a contractor with output-based compensation.